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The Philippine Artisan Visayas is the official student publication of TUP Visayas.

Established as VTINewsette (1977-1984) and Technocrats (1990-1998), The Philippine Artisan Visayas has proudly served as the official student publication of the Technological University of the Philippines Visayas since 1999, celebrating 26 years of bringing truth to light. 𝙉𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙨 𝙑𝙤𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙈𝙤𝙨 𝙉𝙤𝙣 𝙄𝙣𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙪𝙧

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐍 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐒 𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐅𝐅 𝐒.𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

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𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐑. 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐋 𝐁𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐙
Technical Adviser

14/12/2025

𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 ‘𝟮𝟱 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆

Red Pistons fired up the stage as they dominated this year’s Culture and Arts Festival (CAFest) at the university gymnasium, Dec. 9.

Securing a total of seven golds, Red Pistons rose to the top the medal tally setting a confident lead over Yellow Thunders with six, Gray Amps with five, Tangerine Wreckers with one, and Bluegreen Detonators with eleven total silver and bronzes.

“Honestly, it was gratifying to see our hard work pay off. It might sound cliché, but reaching the top really is satisfying, and this victory feels like a huge step toward our ultimate goal: reclaiming the title of Overall House Cup Champion,” said Red Pistons Coordinator Brent Gebriell Soguilon, adding that seeing their participants received medals made every moment of pressure worth it.

Energy surged through the arena as Red Pistons delivered bold characters, gripping dramatizations, powerful vocals, and fiercely choreographed dance entries, securing both gold in contemporary dance and vocal duet, while claiming silver in extemporaneous speaking and folk dance, and bronze for vocal solo and character impersonation.

“Seeing them finally go up on stage to receive their medals was such a rewarding experience and made every bit of that anxiety worth it, kay kabalo ko exactly how much heart and effort they poured into their events, and makahambal gid man ko nga gingabayan gid sila sang Ginoo,” added by Soguilon.

Furthermore, Soguilon said that their “hunger for redemption” fueled their goal in reclaiming the title for the Overall House Cup Champion starting with CAFest.

“Before they competed, I simply told them, ‘Enjoya niyo, kay kabalo ko nga makasulod kamo sa medal placements.’ They trusted my leadership coming into this event, and I owed it to them to have just as much faith in their abilities,” he added.

After the fest getting postponed twice, the long-awaited celebration finally came alive as all the houses filled the gym with vibrant performances, loud cheers, and fierce competition.

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Via | Kezzhia Rexinne Barrientos
Photos | Geo Candido, Sean Vilches, Norbert Francis Baylon
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

13/12/2025

𝗕𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗦 | December’s Tale

The aroma of the freshly baked bibingka in the box was invading my senses as I stared down at it. Its unmatched smell reminded me of the times we first met—those memories that molded us into who we are now, and the roads we traveled that made us unbreakable.

December’s cold breeze wrapped around me as I stepped out of the warmth my house had provided. As I looked upon the streets, lights hung everywhere—casting an immense radiance through the night, while snow fell gently and children played it with full joy.

This is the chapter I’ve been longing for—the one where our promise first took root. And now, at last, he’ll hear it—my answer, shaped by every moment I’ve held him in my heart.

He was there—standing at the side of the church, waiting for me patiently. When I looked at his gentle form, it struck me that this person possesses a pure and tender heart. The kindness he naturally expresses reveals how emphatic and loving his soul truly is.

No wonder he earned my heart.

I closed the distance between us before giving him a smile. “Merry Christmas, Matthew.”

“Merry Christmas too, Grace,” he replied.

It took me a few seconds before I spoke again. “I’m saying… ‘yes.’”

“W-What?” he uttered in a confused tone, before his eyes slowly lit up with joy as he held my free hand with his trembling ones.

“I said, I’ll be your girlfriend,” I spoke out nervously.

Matthew didn’t say another word and pulled me in for a warm hug. “Thank you, thank you so much. I promise I’ll make you happy,” he said, holding me tight. I gave in to his embrace and nodded in response.

For once, I witnessed the snow dance beneath lights that glimmered like stars. I vividly heard the bell rang softly, and in that instant, I knew this was only the beginning of our story—our forever.

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Via | Mawlyn Grace Rojas
Illustration | Jan Roy Manzanares
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

10/12/2025

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | Ran out in minutes!

With a lengthy line of readers, The Philippine Artisan Visayas distributed its first 100 copies of the crowd-favorite and most awaited literary folio "In the Closet," Dec. 9.

Another batch of folios will be given out for interested TUPVians who missed the release, to be announced on the publication's broadcast channel.

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Via | Danica Pahilanga
Photo | Renz Christian Tan, Danica Pahilanga
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

10/12/2025

The right to life, the right to dignity, and the right to development are not privileges granted by rulers, but birthrights of every human being.

When these rights are trampled—when life is swept under the rug, when dignity is mocked, when development is denied—the nation itself is betrayed. A culture of impunity poisons the soil, and the seeds of fear and silence take root.

And when such crucial rights are ignored, all rights stand on fragile ground. Ignorance of the law excuses no one; not only the powerless, but also the powerful who wield authority. Justice cannot be selective. Accountability cannot be optional. Never again must we allow the inhumane killings of the war on drugs, nor the injustices of martial law, to scar our people.

Let us build a nation that stands with the people, for the people, and by the people—a nation where freedom breathes, dignity thrives, and justice reigns

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Via | Ma. Zyrene Jamison
Layout | Joshaine Chris Samson
Illustration | Herron Andrew Cagas
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | Pistons pots the prize

Red Pistons brews the richest blend of Filipino culture and art with seven golds, six silvers, and five bronzes according to the unofficial tally of the publication, this Culture and Arts Fest (CAFest) at the university gymnasium, tonight.

The horses retain the CAFest title followed by Yellow Thunders at six golds, Gray Amps at five golds, Tangerine Wreckers at one gold, and Bluegreen Detonators at eleven total silver and bronzes.

The red-team now leads the medal tally for the House Cup with their winning feat accumulated from their two-medal vocal duet and five-medal contemporary performances.

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Via | Danica Pahilanga
Photos | Geo Gedalanga, Candido Gayoba II
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Bringing the Filipino culture of belting to the university stage, representatives from the five clusters battle it out in the Karaoke Challenge tonight.

To excite the crowd, Red Piston’s contender opens with Charlie Puth’s hit song “Marvin Gaye,” followed by Bluegreen Detonator, showcasing Madonna’s classic “Like a Virgin,” and Gray Amps with “Kalimutan Ka” by Skusta Clee.

Yellow Thunder and Tangerine Wreckers conclude the showdown with performances of “Welcome to My Life” by Simple Plan and “Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga, respectively.

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Via | Jayson Discutido
Photos | Candido Gayoba II, Geo Gedalanga
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | "IKULONG NA YAN, MGA KURAKOT"

Portraying stories that hit close to the heart through energetic yet poetic movements, five competitive teams from each cluster convey their voices through their bodies for the Contemporary Dance contest at the university gymnasium, tonight.

Coming in with blindfolds, the Bluegreen Detonators deliver an emotional message of self love and acceptance performing "This Is Me" by Keala Settle, followed by a youthful and familial story display by the Yellow Thunders with December Avenues' "Saksi ang Langit."

Going forward, the Tangerine Wreckers also deliver an emotional performance of "Ako Naman Muna" by Angela Ken, followed by the Gray Amps' impactful message with "Stand Up" by Cynthia Erivo, meanwhile the Red Pistons evokes the audience' fire for justice as they deliver a political performance of "Kumilos" by dwta.

Whose message will come close to the jury's heart?

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Via | John Christopher Mondejar
Photos | Geo Gedalanga, Norbert Francis Baylon
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Feeling the rhythm of different cultural festivities, the five clusters bring their local fiestas to the university gymnasium, tonight.

Flaunting their deep understanding of Philippine tradition through intricate dance steps, the Red Pistons’ Pamulad Isda and Bluegreen Detonators’ Bilaskogay up the hype with their twists and turns.

Furthermore, Yellow Thunders carry their cluster with ease using Regatones while Gray amps showcase their stunts in Karatong and Tangerine Wreckers ending the competition with the classic Cariñosa.

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Via | Ma. Zyrene Jamison
Photos | Norbert Francis Baylon, Geo Gedalanga
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Resonating the crowd through their voices, five clusters clash in a harmonic battle during the Vocal Duet at the university gymnasium, tonight.

Showcasing great control and technique, Red Pistons delivered powerful vocals through their rendition of “Anak” by Freddie Aguilar, while the Bluegreen Detonators passionately perform “Bukas Na Lang Kita Mahalin” by Lani Misalucha.

Meanwhile, Yellow Thunders duo demonstrate perfect resonance as they sing “Ikaw ay Ako” by Klarisse, while the Tangerine Wreckers’ cover of “Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin” by Ariel Rivera and Gray Amps’ “Forever” by Regine Velasquez warm the hearts of the audience with their sentimental ballads.

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Via | Jed Ashlee Ampusta
Photos | Geo Gedalanga, Norbert Francis Baylon
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Rhythm peaks as participants from five clusters drive the Vocal Solo clash at the university gymnasium this afternoon.

Serenading the hall with old-time classics, Bluegreen Detonators-bet cool the mood through a soul-leaning track “Pangarap ko ang Ibigin Ka” by Ogie Alcasid, while Gray Amps’ rendition of “Magsimula Ka” by Leo Valdez drift into a mellow indie pick shaped by soft contours and slow-burn transitions.

Shifting the energy into Popstar Royalty, Tangerine Wreckers and Yellow Thunders ignite the floor with Sarah Geronimo’s pop-rock anthem “Isa Pang Araw,” while Red Pistons power forward with Eraserheads’ “Ang Huling El Bimbo,“ a rock-tinted entry layered sharp dynamic swings.

Who do you think will belt their way to victory?

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Via | Fritz Banguanga
Photos | Sean Vilches, Candido Gayoba II
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | With speed and succinctness, speakers from four clusters demonstrate their wits and depth of knowledge as they use words to sway the judges and audience during the Extemporaneous Speaking at the university gymnasium, today.

Covering topics of progress, Red Pistons tackles the core values necessary in the changing global landscape, while Gray Amps takes a stand on accelerating the digitization of services in the country.

Additionally, social issues are also on the fore, with Yellow Thunders touching on the conflict between personal opportunities abroad against a potential brain drain, and Bluegreen Detonators discussing support for the arts in an age defined by commercial interests.

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Via | Norbert Francis Baylon
Photos | Candido Gayoba II, Sean Vilches
The Philippine Artisan Visayas

09/12/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Fictional characters come to life as participants from five different clusters reenact famous monologues during the Character Impersonation at the university gymnasium, today.

Hailing from "Noli me Tangere," Yellow Thunders awes the crowd, imitating Sisa, while Tangerine Wreckers and Bluegreen Detonators out-fierce each other as Doña Victorina Delos Reyes Espadaña.

Moreover, imitating characters from 2000s Filipino Movies, Gray Amps’ participant embodies the comedic "Praybeyt Benjamin," while Red Pistons delivers a melodramatic performance as Josie Agbisit from "Anak."

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Via | Jed Ashlee Ampusta
Photos | Sean Vilches, Candido Gayoba II
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